Today in Swimming History, September 21st: Nesty Stuns Biondi and World in Memorable 100 Fly Race
The Surprise from Suriname, Anthony Nesty, shocked the world when he captured the gold medal in the 100 meter butterfly at the 1988 Seoul Olympics
Nerding Out: All-Time Leaders in World Championship Medal Counts
If Michael Phelps and Ryan Lochte were their own country at World Championships, they’d sit in 6th place in the total gold medal count for all sports, both men and women.
Van Halen Swimming Psych Up Video For ’80s & 90s Swimmers – Dreams of Glory
“The great Matt Biondi headlines this 1980s and 1990s psych up video…”
Nathan Adrian, 10 Pounds of Muscle Mass Stronger Since London – Gold Medal Minute Video
Nathan Adrian, 4-time Olympic medalist, is making the pro swim life work for him. Since his stunning win over James…
Anthony Ervin Suffers in 100 Free, Longs for 50 Free at the Austin Grand Prix
Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures
Nathan Adrian Talks about Breaking Matt Biondi’s 100 Free Record
Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures
Jason Lezak Decides to Retire at 37; Will Be Remembered for “The Anchor”
American Jason Lezak, who is nothing short of a swimming-hero, has made his retirement official at 37-years old. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Industry Impact 2012 Swammy Award Winner, Arena USA
Swim News: “For many elites, The POWERSKIN Carbon Pro filled the void left by the FS3 in 2012.” (Swim Photo Credit: LaPress)
Tom Jager, Olympic Icon and Coach of WSU, Previews Dual Meet with NAU
Swim Photo Credit: WSU
NCAA Record Holder Simon Burnett Retires
Arizona legend Simon Burnett will retire still holding his 200 free NCAA Record. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Olympic Swimmer Missy Franklin Worth Millions to UC Berkeley
“LeBron James and Derek Jeter leapfrogged the NCAA monopoly. While in high school, however, neither had the global visibility or brand power Franklin now commands.” (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning)
The Lightning Round. Or is it Round of Lightning…
Interesting topics discussed by uninteresting people, with twists and turns along the way. Terrible stuff: Come on, let’s go!
